Koi FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)

1. How long of a life, on average, do koi live?
A: Maximum life span is over 200 years in exceptional cases; average life span is more like 25 to 35 years.


2. How much do koi cost?
A: Selling price of Koi is determined by size, body shape, color, pattern, and availability.


3. How friendly are koi?
A: Koi get along well with goldfish or other tropical fish; as long as the other fish aren't aggressive or small enough to eat.


4. What is the most common type of koi?
A: The first and most common koi varieties, Kohaku, are white fish with overlying red patterns in various shapes and sizes.


5. What do koi eat?
A: Koi eat a variety of food such as fleas, lettuce, watermelon, and occasionally they will eat algae that grows at bottom of tanks and ponds.

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